Look: no hands!

Article Abstract:

The use of computer-aided design (CAD) software may prove helpful in some levels of jewelry design and manufacture, but jewelers should not completely rely on it, since the system may revolutionize the industry. Totally depending on the system may mean ignoring a jeweler's talent and effort.

Production management, Usage, Innovations, Computer-aided design, Computer aided design, Jewelry industry, Jewelers, Jewelers (Persons)

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Alabaster sublime, alabaster bizarre

Article Abstract:

Susan Zalkind and Paul Hawkins are into the art of carving objects out of alabaster. One of their most popular and difficult pieces is an alabaster rose which took hundreds of hours to create. They describe their work as functional sculpture.

Methods, Portrayals, Art, Roses, Sculpture, Precious stones

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Ammonite artistry

Article Abstract:

Ammonites make unique jewelry and sculptures. These fossilized remains may be found in concretions or rock balls. The Schubert family describe their experiences in making ammonite jewelry.

Fossils, Collections and collecting, Decoration and finishing, Ammonoidea

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